May 6, 2021
As the resident weather guy I’m often asked which weather sources I trust. There are a lot of options out there, some better than others. The truth is the […]
April 8, 2021
It seems every year we could all use a refresher on when it’s time to roll those planters. Looking at the current NOAA 6-10 and 8-14 […]
April 2, 2021
The current dry soil planting profile presents a set of challenges we haven’t faced in a number of years. But before we delve into that too […]
March 27, 2021
With less snow this year than the last few, I know you’re anxious to get out in the field. The warmer weather is also giving us more time to prep our […]
May 28, 2020
The corn is emerging and now is the best time to walk your fields and assess your planting quality. There are two methods I use to determine population. The “row length” evaluation […]
May 19, 2020
As May rolls in, so does spring fever! Spring fever symptoms are those very familiar to farmers: restlessness, loss of appetite, and daydreaming as we wait for the planters to […]
April 30, 2020
There are certain mistakes made in life that can be compensated for: Overcook a hamburger? Just add a little extra cheese or ketchup! Stayed up too […]
March 4, 2020
With the limited fieldwork completed last fall, many area farmers are trying to figure out how to manage residue left in the fields. If you’re already […]
April 3, 2019
The snow is melting and the black of the fields in the Red River Valley is starting to show through. Although corn planting is still a […]
June 28, 2018
“The check is in the mail.” “I’m from the government and I’m here to help.” And, “After the merger/buyout, nothing will really change.” Those are popular […]
June 7, 2018
If you’re like us, then you’re feeling pretty great to be back out there doing what you love after that long winter. There’s nothing like getting […]
May 17, 2018
We started our Ole & Sven plots in 2004. Our intent has always been to bring something more to area growers than just hybrid and variety […]